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Book Synopsis: In this second installment of the Epic Fails series, explore the many failures that made up the Race to Space, paving the way for humanity’s eventual success at reaching the stars.
Today, everyone is familiar with Neil Armstrong’s famous words as he first set foot on the moon: “one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind.” He made it look easy, but America’s journey to the moon was anything but simple. In 1957, when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the world’s first satellite, into orbit, America had barely crossed the starting line of the great Space Race. Later that year, our first attempt was such a failure that the media nicknamed it “Kaputnik.” Still, we didn’t give up. With each failure, we gleaned valuable information about what went wrong, and how to avoid it in the future. So we tried again. And again. And each time we failed, we failed a little bit better.
The Epic Fails series by Erik Slader and Ben Thompson explores the humorous backstories behind a variety of historical discoveries, voyages, experiments, and innovations that didn’t go as expected but succeeded nonetheless, showing that many of mankind’s biggest success stories are the result of some pretty epic failures indeed.
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Are you ready to embark on an out-of-this-world adventure? Dive into the thrilling world of space exploration with "The Race to Space: Countdown to Liftoff" (Epic Fails #2). This captivating book takes you on a journey through the many failures that shaped the Race to Space, ultimately leading to humanity's triumph in reaching the stars. Strap yourself in and get ready for a rollercoaster ride of epic fails and incredible achievements.
Experience the tension and excitement of the Space Race, from America's faltering start to the momentous achievement of landing on the moon. Discover the untold stories behind Neil Armstrong's historic words, "one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind." This is not just another dry history book -- it's a thrilling narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat, turning pages faster than a rocket hurtling through space.
The Race to Space is a story of resilience, determination, and the human spirit. It unveils the truth behind the media's humorous nickname for America's first failed attempt, "Kaputnik." But failure did not deter us. With each setback, we learned valuable lessons to ensure future success. This book showcases the indomitable nature of the human race and proves that failure can be a stepping stone to greatness.
Brought to you by the dynamic duo of Erik Slader and Ben Thompson, the Epic Fails series takes you on a wild ride through history's greatest mishaps and unexpected victories. These talented authors bring humor and wit to the stories that shaped our world, reminding us that even the greatest success stories are often born out of epic failures. Prepare for laughter, awe, and a fresh perspective on the journey to the stars.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the incredible failures that ultimately led to mankind's ability to touch the heavens. Order "The Race to Space: Countdown to Liftoff" (Epic Fails #2) today and join us on this extraordinary journey.
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